7.27.2011

DIY: Quick & Easy Frame

I’ve been in my apartment for two years now and left most of my room undecorated, focusing on the rest of the place instead. I needed something to hang over my bed and have been intrigued by antique mirrors, like these:

But the prices are just not within my budget. And while in Ikea, I spotted this lightweight frame ($29) and bought it for a quick DIY. This was so simple and was just the thing I needed above my bed. While I like it as a frame, I could always buy or spray a faux mirror later on.

Skill Level: Beginner

Time: 5 minutes +15 minutes drying time

Needed:

Frame

Spray paint
Backdrop for spray painting

Method:

{Before}

I removed the glass from the frame and simply sprayed one coat. It was dry within 15 minutes.

{After}

I reattached the glass & hung on the wall. Easy, peasy. I love how the muddled silver and swirls are echoed in my purple & silver bedspread. The frame also compliments my photos from Paris in their silver frames.Do you DIY?

i love that you posted this as a DIY because i have been searching for a mirror to do this with for my new bedroom for weeks - was a little scared bc i make a mess so easily but if its that easy i must go for it - mirror looks amazing xx

Wow that's a great DIY idea! Loove it :) & to answer your question: the MAC pro longwear concealer was about $16, but if you get it make sure to ask the counter for some sample containers so you don't waste product :)